The short answer
Between cities, the main choices are private cars with a driver, tourist buses and domestic flights, with flights saving time on longer legs such as Kathmandu to Pokhara or to mountain airstrips. In cities, taxis, ride-hailing apps in some places, and local buses are used, and a driver for the day is easy to arrange.
Roads in the hills are winding and journeys are slower than the distance suggests, so allow time. Most visitors on a tour use a pre-arranged vehicle and driver. For treks, you walk, with flights or drives to the start.
Key facts
- Between cities
- Private car, tourist bus, flight
- In cities
- Taxi, driver for the day
- Hills
- Allow extra time
- Treks
- Walking, with flight or drive to start
How it works
- Decide on road or airTime versus cost and views.
- Pre-arrange vehiclesFor longer legs.
- Allow extra timeFor hill roads.
- Confirm pickupsThe day before.
Insider tip
Use a pre-arranged vehicle for long hill journeys.
Avoid this
Do not plan tight schedules by road in the hills.
Related questions
Is self-driving possible?
Most visitors use a driver; hill roads are demanding.
Are flights reliable?
Weather can delay them, so keep spare time.
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